Port Fitzroy walking tracks
Walking track
Getting there
These tracks all start either off Port Fitzroy Hill or near the DOC area office.
About the area
Great Barrier Island is the largest island off New Zealand's North Island and lies 100 kilometres north-east of Auckland. More than 60 per cent of the island is managed by DOC.
Description
Old Lady Track
Time: 45 min one way
Off Port Fitzroy Hill is a short walk following a stream along the valley through a mature coastal forest. You can take a side trip, a steep climb of 30 minutes (signposted) to Lookout Rock, from where Port Fitzroy Harbour can be viewed.
Warrens' Track
Time: 1 hr return
Beginning by the Port Fitzroy DOC area office, this is a gently graded climb passing through a kauri plantation to a waterfall. From the waterfall return via Bridle Track (30 minutes). The stream has many deep pools that are good for swimming in.
Bridle Track
Time: 15 min one way
This alternative walk between the DOC area office and Port Fitzroy store is an easy grade through indigenous and exotic forest.
Plan and prepare
On the Old Lady Track and Warrens' Track beware of steep drop offs.
What to expect on a walking track:
- Easy to moderate walking from a few minutes to a day
- Track is mostly well formed, some sections may be steep, rough or muddy
- Suitable for people with low to moderate fitness and abilities
- Clearly sign posted. Stream and river crossings are bridged
- Walking shoes or light tramping/hiking boots required